Why are my feet and ankles swollen after surgery?

It is very common to have swelling after a liposuction procedure, especially in your feet and ankles if you received liposuction on your lower body. Swelling tends to wax and wane over the course of 3 months after your procedure, and will continually improve with time. Elevating your feet will help to alleviate swelling in your feet and ankles.

Feet and ankles usually take a little longer to go down, this is not uncommon try to avoid salt and drink plenty of fluids. Continue to follow up with your PS.

You can expect some swelling after surgery, especially if you had liposuction of your thighs. I would suggest limiting salt, wearing compression stockings on your legs and feet, walking, and elevating your legs when sitting or laying down. As the swelling elsewhere goes down, the swelling in your legs and feet should subside.